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Nautor’s Swan Hoists Flags for the 15th Swan European Regatta

July 08, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor’s Swan is hoisting flags at Cowes, Isle of Wight, marks the final lead up to the 2011 Swan European Regatta, running 9 – 15 July.  2011 marks the 15th edition for one of Swan’s flagship events.  Hosted by the globally renowned Royal Yacht Squadron, the regatta has attracted a number of international entries from 8... ... read full story

JFA launches 43m motor yacht Axantha II – An expedition superyacht designed by Vripack

July 08, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

JFA shipyard is proud to announce that the delivery of motor yacht Axantha II took place in April 2011, after being launched by JFA in March 2011. Motor yacht Axantha II is an expedition style superyacht measuring 43m that was built under the hull name 22C. M/Y Axantha II was ordered by the owner of... ... read full story

Mondo Marine Refit motor yacht VIUDES 45

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The semi-finished 45-metre superyacht VIUDES 45, displacing 450 tons, has successfully been unloaded at Mondo Marine Repair & Refit division at Savona yard today.  The yacht was loaded onto the cargo ship “Storm” of around 100m in length. The vessel then left Barcelona and the M/Y VIUDES 45 was shipped to Mondo Marine’s Savona yard. The... ... read full story

Phil Everingham to Guide Miami River’s Boatyard and Marina Services Enhancement Team

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

“No one is better connected than Phil Everingham,” Eyerdam said. Philip Everingham, perhaps the most seasoned veteran on the South Florida yachting and boat yard scene has been retained by the Miami River Marine Group to help guide the resurgence of the Miami River’s boatyards and marina resources. The continued success of Jones Boatyard, Norsemen... ... read full story

Motor yacht Bellagio by Bellagio Yachts and Vripack under construction at Mulder Shipyard

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Bellagio Yachts has developed a new 16m semi-custom motor yacht, named “Bellagio” – an ideal day cruiser or tender for a superyacht. The new 16-metre yacht was designed in cooperation with famous Dutch naval architect Vripack and is currently being constructed by Mulder Shipyard. Bellagio Yachts in the Netherlands has made considerable progress on the 16m... ... read full story

Transatlantic Race 2011: Locked and Loaded

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newport, R.I. USA (July 6, 2011) – In the last 24 hours, the arrival of big breeze and sea state for the fleet in the Transatlantic Race 2011 has seen boat speeds whipped into near record-breaking pace.  Rambler 100 has just recorded a 12-hour run of 288.8 nautical miles, and, with the breeze building, a... ... read full story

Swan European Regatta 2011: Nautor’s Swan and PANTAENIUS Join Forces

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor’s Swan, manufacturer of the ultimate ocean-going, performance, luxury sailing yachts of unrivalled build, is pleased to announce an extension to their long term partnership with PANTAENIUS, the leading yacht insurance specialist.  PANTAENIUS will become the title sponsors of the Owners Dinner during the Swan European Regatta 2011. The Swan European Regatta, one of Nautor’s Swan’s flag... ... read full story

FT Wally Grand Prix Series 2011: Excitement and uncertainty at midway point.

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The FT Wally Grand Prix Series has so far seen three exciting regattas where the race teams had to deal with adverse wind conditions, tactical challenges and a highly competitive environment. Three races into the inaugural FT WALLY GRAND PRIX SERIES and the Y3K team is leading the fleet. However, there are at least three... ... read full story

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2011, Porto Cervo, Italy

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

BLUE SKY, BLUE SEA, BLUE RIBBON                       The Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, the veritable highlight of the Mediterranean sailing calendar, will take place from 5-10 September in Porto Cervo, Sardinia. Open to yachts over 18.29-metres (60-feet), the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup pits together the largest, finest and most technologically-advanced monohull yachts in direct competition. The event additionally... ... read full story

AB 140 motor yacht Elizaveta launched by AB Yachts, FIPA GROUP

July 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Superyacht Elizaveta was successfully launched on Tuesday, 21 June 2011 by AB Yachts shipyard –part of FIPA GROUP – in the port of Marina di Carrara, Italy. This AB 140 motor yacht Elizaveta is the latest jewel in the crown of FIPA GROUP to which the AB Yachts shipyard belongs. The criteria and standards which have guided... ... read full story

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